T.J. Collins

Energizer
DISC Type : I

Associate at Frederic Dorwart, Lawyers PLLC

Dallas, Texas, United States

Overview

T. J. Collins is an Associate at Frederic Dorwart, Lawyers PLLC, bringing experience in M&A and private equity from his previous role at Kirkland & Ellis. He earned his J. D. from The University of Texas School of Law.

His professional background includes significant transactional work, particularly in acquisitions and divestitures. He previously served as a Law Clerk at Barnett & Garcia, PLLC.

A unique fact is his involvement as a City Counselor for American Legion Illinois Boys State.

Personality Overview

Enthusiastic

Imaginative

Believer

They are not always early adopters but can be pursuaded by leveraging strong relationships.  They are people oriented, friendly and like creating new connections. Unlike C or D types, they are vocal with their opinions but not so much with their questions.

Topics They Care About

Mergers & Acquisitions
As an Associate at Kirkland & Ellis, he was involved in significant M&A transactions, including a $15 billion acquisition.
Private Equity
His experience at Kirkland & Ellis included working with private equity firms like KKR on major acquisitions.
Legal Counsel
His current role as an Associate and past experience as a Law Clerk highlight his focus on legal advisory and representation.

Media Appearances

T.J. has no verified media appearances

Work History

9-2023
Associate at Frederic Dorwart, Lawyers PLLC
9-2021 - 9-2023
Associate, M&A/Private Equity at Kirkland & Ellis
6-2020 - 7-2020
Summer Associate at Kirkland & Ellis
5-2019 - 7-2019
Law Clerk at Barnett & Garcia, PLLC
5-2018 - 7-2018
Legal Intern, Lake County State's Attorney's Office at Lake County

Education

2018 - 2021
J.D. from The University of Texas School of Law
2016 - 2018
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) from Georgetown University

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Exp : 9 Location : Dallas, Texas, United States Job Level : N/A Designation : Associate at Frederic Dorwart, Lawyers PLLC
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Insights For Selling To T.J.

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Use phrases like ‘people will love’, ‘massive impact’ etc.
  • Invite them for a lunch or a drink/coffee
  • Share some stories about how you you have helped people in similar positions succeed

DONT's

  • Avoid cutting into their flow
  • Don’t push them to make a decision too fast, let them get comfortable first
  • Don’t assume a yes just because they have not said no

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with T.J. is

  • Relationship and trust can be vital with them, sometimes more than anything else.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from T.J.

  • They are unlikely to say no directly, you have to make that decision yourself.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will T.J. move?

  • They are not the fastest decision makers, their friendly approach can give false positive signals.
  • Can T.J. take some risk or not?

  • They can accept limited risks, ones that they think will not impact them personally.

You And T.J.

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